HISTOLOGY
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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what is the largest stomach in the cows digestive system
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rumen
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reticulum
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omasum
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abomasum
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The rumen (on the left side of the animal) is the largest stomach compartment and consists of several sacs. It can hold 25 gallons or more of material depending on the size of the cow. Because of its size, the rumen acts as a storage or holding vat for feed.
Detailed explanation-2: -The abomasum is the “true stomach” of a ruminant. It is the compartment that is most similar to a stomach in a nonruminant.
Detailed explanation-3: -Grasses and other roughage that cows eat are hard to break down and digest, which is why cows have specialized compartments. Each compartment has a special function that helps to digest these tough foods. The rumen is the first and largest compartment of the cow’s stomach.
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